College of Nursing

Academic Programs

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Ph.D.)

Admissions and Advising


Who to contact  for the PhD Program:

This program is offered online and through video conferencing; however, students are required to study at the Spokane campus for part of the summer during their first year of study.

Ruth Bindler, PhD,RNC, Program Director
(509)324-7403
bindler@wsu.edu

Eileen Swalling, Program Coordinator
(509) 324-7297
eswalling@wsu.edu

Address:

Mailing:
Washington State University
College of Nursing
Suite 123
P.O. Box  1495
Spokane, WA 99210-1495

Physical:
103 E. Spokane Falls Blvd. 

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Application Instructions

Next Class will Start June 2010

Application Deadlines:  Priority Deadline - January 10, 2010 for summer admission 2010; after that date, applications will be accepted on a space-available basis
                              
To apply, go online to the Graduate School website, read the Frequently Asked Questions, and complete that application.

If you need to submit written materials, such as a scholarly work not available electronically, please submit to:

PhD in Nursing Program Address:
Washington State University
College of Nursing
Suite 123
P.O. Box 1495
Spokane, WA 99210-1495
Attention: Eileen Swalling

Note that the requirements for admission to the PhD in Nursing program include the following:

  • Masters degree from an accredited program with GPA 3.5 or higher
  • Completion of a graduate level general statistics course
  • Statement of professional goals
  • Submission of scholarly work
  • CV/Resume (College of Nursing application)
  • Letters of Reference
  • Proof of registered nurse licensure and specialty certifications
  • TOEFL exam score

Once the admissions committee has reviewed the WSU Graduate School application, you will be invited to participate in an admissions interview if you meet criteria.

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